Jane Ronec, AASW

Jane Ronec is an AASW-credentialed therapist practising in Australia with 9 years of professional experience. She has developed extensive experience supporting people affected by family violence and in helping those cope with stress and anxiety, trauma and abuse, and depression. Jane also works with people navigating major life transitions, workplace pressures and family-related difficulties, offering practical support grounded in respect for each person's experience.

Jane believes that each person is the expert of their own story and that people already hold strengths that can be drawn on to face challenges. She acknowledges the courage it takes to seek change and aims to create a supportive, empowering space for people to take their first steps towards a more fulfilling life. Jane is credentialed with the AASW, the Australian Association of Social Workers, which reflects her professional standing within the Australian social work community.

In her practice she draws on evidence-informed approaches including Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Client-Centred Therapy and Cognitive Behavioural Therapy to tailor support to individual goals and preferences. Her work focuses on helping people identify priorities, build resilience and develop practical strategies to manage difficult emotions and situations.

Approaches that support change in online therapy

Jane Ronec draws on Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Client-Centred Therapy and Cognitive Behavioural Therapy to guide her online work. ACT helps people clarify what matters to them and develop practical ways to take meaningful action even when difficult thoughts or feelings are present - it is often useful for stress, anxiety and coping with life changes. Client-Centred Therapy emphasises empathic listening and a non-judgemental relationship so people can explore their experience at their own pace; it supports self-esteem, relationship issues and recovery after trauma. CBT focuses on identifying and adjusting unhelpful thinking and behaviour patterns to reduce distress and improve daily functioning, which can assist with anxiety, depression and problem-solving.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. Jane will collaborate with each person to identify which methods best fit their needs, goals and preferences, and will adapt the plan as those needs evolve. This collaborative process helps ensure therapy is aligned with what matters most to the individual.

Online sessions by video call, phone, live chat or text-based messaging offer flexibility for people juggling work, family or mobility needs. These formats make it easier to fit therapy into a busy life and to maintain continuity when circumstances change. Working with appropriately qualified or registered professionals in these formats allows people to access consistent support from wherever they are in Australia and to choose the session type that feels most comfortable.